| Who is it? | Actor, Director, Soundtrack |
| Birth Day | September 10, 1945 |
| Birth Place | Van Nuys, Los Angeles, California, United States |
| Age | 75 YEARS OLD |
| Died On | July 14, 2013(2013-07-14) (aged 67)\nLos Angeles, California, USA |
| Birth Sign | Libra |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Years active | 1973–2013 |
| Spouse(s) | Laura Alderdice (m. 1967–2013) |
Dennis Burkley, a well-known American actor, director, and soundtrack artist, is estimated to have a net worth of $400,000 in 2024. Throughout his career, Burkley has made significant contributions to the entertainment industry, showcasing his versatile talents. He has captivated audiences with his remarkable performances as an actor, skillfully directing various projects, and even lending his melodic voice to soundtracks. With an extensive body of work, Burkley has undoubtedly made a lasting impact, both artistically and financially.
Burkley was married to Laura Alderdice from 1967 until his death.
Although he had many acting credits, his most recognizable television roles include Cal, the Texas-born junkyard partner of Fred G. Sanford in Sanford, the short-lived Sanford and Son sequel from 1980-1981. He played a cannibal on an episode of Night Court. He appeared as Bubba in the TV series The Dukes of Hazzard in Season 2, Episode 18, called "Find Loretta Lynn". He provided the voice of several supporting characters on the animated television series King of the Hill (set in his home state of Texas). In 2005, he wrote and directed a film titled Repetition and also played a small role in the television series My Name Is Earl.
In films, he played Dozer, a biker with a severe speech impediment who befriends Rocky Dennis and his mother in the movie Mask. Burkley appeared in the drug culture drama Rush in 1991, the Chevy Chase comedy Fletch Lives, and Sylvester Stallone's Stop! Or My Mom Will Shoot. He appeared in the Kevin Costner golf comedy Tin Cup.
He died in his sleep of a heart attack in Los Angeles, California, on July 14, 2013.
